Freightrain Posted May 26, 2009 Share Posted May 26, 2009 Ya, you always "wish" you had MORE whatever, but then when you come along someone with real problems it kinda humbles you. All that "important" stuff all of a sudden isn't. I could have used that money for something, but I'll survive without it. I'm square with the world and got a roof over my head so that's good for me. Quote Larry 1959 B61 Liv'n Large...................... Charter member of the "MACK PACK" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/9409-old-bill-the-diesel-gypsy/page/2/#findComment-35705 Share on other sites More sharing options...
other dog Posted May 27, 2009 Author Share Posted May 27, 2009 Ya, you always "wish" you had MORE whatever, but then when you come along someone with real problems it kinda humbles you. All that "important" stuff all of a sudden isn't. I could have used that money for something, but I'll survive without it. I'm square with the world and got a roof over my head so that's good for me.Amen brother! (Bulldogman) Quote Producer of poorly photo-chopped pictures since 1999. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/9409-old-bill-the-diesel-gypsy/page/2/#findComment-35752 Share on other sites More sharing options...
other dog Posted May 27, 2009 Author Share Posted May 27, 2009 How much change was in the can?I estimated $250. I poured in into another can that wouldn't quite hold it all. I put my change out of my pocket in it twice since, Friday and last night. Counted it this morning and it was $33.75. I just called the bank and the can I took in last week had $218.59. That comes out to $252.34-when you figure I added the change out of my pocket twice since-damn I was close!..wish I could guess lottery numbers like that! Quote Producer of poorly photo-chopped pictures since 1999. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/9409-old-bill-the-diesel-gypsy/page/2/#findComment-35779 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted May 27, 2009 Share Posted May 27, 2009 Tom,Is it ok to send funds to your address. I'm not a member of any pay pal whatever that is?Thank Youmike Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/9409-old-bill-the-diesel-gypsy/page/2/#findComment-35780 Share on other sites More sharing options...
other dog Posted May 29, 2009 Author Share Posted May 29, 2009 Tom,Is it ok to send funds to your address. I'm not a member of any pay pal whatever that is?Thank Youmikewell...gee...I guess so. I can deposit it in my account, then send that amount by paypal. Or, it's easy to sign up if you'd rather-https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_...neral&nav=0or, to go straight to the sign up page-https://www.paypal.com/us/cgi-bin/webscr?cm...511727fbf3e9efc but yeah, i'll do that for ya.I should have put this link on here at first anyway. Quote Producer of poorly photo-chopped pictures since 1999. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/9409-old-bill-the-diesel-gypsy/page/2/#findComment-35893 Share on other sites More sharing options...
other dog Posted May 30, 2009 Author Share Posted May 30, 2009 I'll forward any funds to Bill...long as I don't have to pay taxes on it. But if it's a donation I shouldn't have to worry about that anyway-right Barry? and it's all documented here...right Barry? You've got my back, don't you Barry? I'm new at this...never done this kind of thing before...screw the taxes-Old Bill's one of my best and dearest friends, and i'll forward any funds sent!..guess I should put my address on here, eh? (Canadian)Tom Blackwell986 Wyatt Miles Rd.Gladys, Va. 24554This should make it easier for a lot of people to donate what they want and can afford. Any and all donations will be sent directly to Bill. I started this, so i'll step up. I know he'll appreciate it, and I appreciate it as well.Thank you very much indeed! (David Gilmour)I must be off now, before I get teary eyed. Quote Producer of poorly photo-chopped pictures since 1999. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/9409-old-bill-the-diesel-gypsy/page/2/#findComment-35932 Share on other sites More sharing options...
other dog Posted June 5, 2009 Author Share Posted June 5, 2009 I got the first contribution today! A very generous donation from A BMT member. I'm gonna wait a little while to send it, just in case more comes in. Quote Producer of poorly photo-chopped pictures since 1999. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/9409-old-bill-the-diesel-gypsy/page/2/#findComment-36111 Share on other sites More sharing options...
other dog Posted June 11, 2009 Author Share Posted June 11, 2009 ... just in case more comes in. Quote Producer of poorly photo-chopped pictures since 1999. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/9409-old-bill-the-diesel-gypsy/page/2/#findComment-36489 Share on other sites More sharing options...
other dog Posted June 13, 2009 Author Share Posted June 13, 2009 Just a reminder- just heard from Old Bill. He thanked me again for the assistance, and said Murt was getting worse. Said his 24 hour days now are much harder than hauling freight ever was. If anyone wanted to help him out a little, I know he'd appreciate it tremendously. He's got it pretty rough right now. Quote Producer of poorly photo-chopped pictures since 1999. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/9409-old-bill-the-diesel-gypsy/page/2/#findComment-36628 Share on other sites More sharing options...
other dog Posted June 13, 2009 Author Share Posted June 13, 2009 Ya, you always "wish" you had MORE whatever, but then when you come along someone with real problems it kinda humbles you. All that "important" stuff all of a sudden isn't. I could have used that money for something, but I'll survive without it. I'm square with the world and got a roof over my head so that's good for me.That's exactly right. I was just re-reading this post after I talked to Bill. I was watching "Ice Road Truckers" last Sunday and complaining about all the commercials. Jo said "why don't you just get the DVD?". I said "can't afford it". She said "you can afford $30 can't you?". Well, I probably could afford $30, but since it comes on TV and I can watch it for free (at least as long as I pay the Directv bill) i'm not gonna buy the DVD, and complaining about the commercials just seems stupid now. Bill's got real problems, and i'm gonna whine about commercials? Quote Producer of poorly photo-chopped pictures since 1999. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/9409-old-bill-the-diesel-gypsy/page/2/#findComment-36636 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Double L Posted June 13, 2009 Share Posted June 13, 2009 That's exactly right. I was just re-reading this post after I talked to Bill. I was watching "Ice Road Truckers" last Sunday and complaining about all the commercials. Jo said "why don't you just get the DVD?". I said "can't afford it". She said "you can afford $30 can't you?". Well, I probably could afford $30, but since it comes on TV and I can watch it for free (at least as long as I pay the Directv bill) i'm not gonna buy the DVD, and complaining about the commercials just seems stupid now. Bill's got real problems, and i'm gonna whine about commercials?Your a good man! I'm proud of ya, I thought I had a big heart but yours is much bigger than mine! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/9409-old-bill-the-diesel-gypsy/page/2/#findComment-36638 Share on other sites More sharing options...
other dog Posted June 13, 2009 Author Share Posted June 13, 2009 Your a good man! I'm proud of ya, I thought I had a big heart but yours is much bigger than mine! Thanks Double L, i'm just a nobody, but i've been right where Bill is now, and it's a tough thing to have to deal with. I'm just doing what I can to help the man because I do have a great deal of respect and admiration for the man. I don't know if you've been following the whole situation or not, but it really hit close to home for me. My situation wasn't that long ago and it's still painful, and i've been friends with Bill for about 5 or 6 years now. We used to talk on skype every weekend, (we can see each other on the webcam, it's just like being there).If you've never checked out his website (one of the three best trucking sites on the web, along with BMT and http://www.hankstruckpictures.com/trucks.htm)it's http://www.thedieselgypsy.com/If I just get 30 more dollars, i'd put the $30 or so that Ice Road DVD would cost with the only donation i've gotten so far and send him a hundred bucks....and thank you again Mike for your generous contribution. Quote Producer of poorly photo-chopped pictures since 1999. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/9409-old-bill-the-diesel-gypsy/page/2/#findComment-36640 Share on other sites More sharing options...
other dog Posted June 20, 2009 Author Share Posted June 20, 2009 Thanks Double L, i'm just a nobody, but i've been right where Bill is now, and it's a tough thing to have to deal with. I'm just doing what I can to help the man because I do have a great deal of respect and admiration for the man. I don't know if you've been following the whole situation or not, but it really hit close to home for me. My situation wasn't that long ago and it's still painful, and i've been friends with Bill for about 5 or 6 years now. We used to talk on skype every weekend, (we can see each other on the webcam, it's just like being there).If you've never checked out his website (one of the three best trucking sites on the web, along with BMT and http://www.hankstruckpictures.com/trucks.htm)it's http://www.thedieselgypsy.com/If I just get 30 more dollars, i'd put the $30 or so that Ice Road DVD would cost with the only donation i've gotten so far and send him a hundred bucks....and thank you again Mike for your generous contribution.http://www.thedieselgypsy.com/TRUCKING%20STORIES%202.htmPlease remember Bill-every little bit helps. He's having a rough go of it.Thank you very much indeed, Other Dog Quote Producer of poorly photo-chopped pictures since 1999. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/9409-old-bill-the-diesel-gypsy/page/2/#findComment-36970 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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